2007 Opel Corsa vs. 2002 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Seat Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Seat Cordoba would be higher. At 1,229 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Corsa (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2002 Seat Cordoba. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2002 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Corsa weights approximately 50 kg more than 2002 Seat Cordoba. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Seat Cordoba (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Opel Corsa | 2002 Seat Cordoba | |
Make | Opel | Seat |
Model | Corsa | Cordoba |
Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1229 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |